No details were released on who the new actors are playing. Director J.J. Abrams had this to say: "We are so excited to finally share the cast of Star Wars: Episode VII. It is both thrilling and surreal to watch the beloved original cast and these brilliant new performers come together to bring this world to life, once again. We start shooting in a couple of weeks, and everyone is doing their best to make the fans proud."

John Boyega took to Twitter to thank fans and share his enthusiasm for his new project:

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